Consultants Don’t Just Advise—You Manage Everything
If you’re in consulting, your job title only scratches the surface. On any given day, you’re handling client calls, writing follow-ups, managing tasks, capturing ideas, sending reminders, and trying to appear like a calm, collected professional while juggling everything.
The reality? Many consultants are burning out—not from the work itself, but from the constant context-switching.
This is where the right AI tools can change everything.
While many AI solutions overpromise and underdeliver, a growing number of successful consultants are finding relief with tools designed specifically for how they work.
That’s exactly where Beside, the AI-powered phone assistant, shines.
Why Most AI Tools Don’t Work for Consultants
You Need More Than a Chatbot
You’ve probably tried or heard of ChatGPT , or maybe even explored some enterprise-level AI platforms used by firms like IBM or McKinsey. But most AI tools weren’t built for the fast-paced, phone-based, multi-client reality of consulting.
As a consultant, you don’t sit behind a desk all day. Your work happens in calls, voice notes, texts, and client meetings.
Generic AI solutions might help you draft a proposal or do some quick content creation, but they don’t take tasks off your plate. They don’t reduce decision fatigue. They don’t keep you from forgetting follow-ups.
What consultants need is an AI-powered assistant that understands how your day actually works—one that manages calls, captures insights, and keeps you organized on the go.
Beside: The AI Assistant That Works Like You Do
Beside is the first second phone number with an AI-powered assistant built in—designed specifically for IOS. It’s everything your current phone setup is missing: organization, clarity, and actual help.
With Beside, consultants can:
- Separate work and personal calls with a Business Phone
- Get automatic Call Summaries and to-dos from every client conversation
- Let an AI-powered Voicemail Receptionist answer calls when you can’t
- Talk through ideas with Voice Memos + Summaries
- Automate follow-ups with the Beside Assistant
- Connect key tools through Integrations
It’s built to help consultants stay sharp and focused, without hiring an assistant or spending hours wrangling tasks.
Beside is available for $19.99/month or $199/year with a 7-day free trial. That’s it—no setup fees.
The Reality of Consulting Today: Too Much to Track
You Can’t Grow If You’re Stuck Managing Everything
Consultants aren’t just using their intelligence to solve client problems—they’re also stuck managing logistics, communication, and admin.
From remembering what was said on last week’s client call to making sure you actually follow up on that text, the mental load is overwhelming. Especially if you’re managing multiple clients or running your own consulting firm.
That’s why more professionals are choosing to use AI to support—not replace—their workflows.
Beside takes the pressure off by automating what’s repetitive and capturing what’s important, all in one place.
Beside in Action: How Consultants Use AI to Save Hours Daily
AI-Powered Call Summaries for Clarity and Follow-Through
After every client call, Beside delivers a clean, digestible summary—complete with key takeaways and next steps.
For consultants in industries like real estate, strategy, or leadership coaching, this means never forgetting a detail or missing a deliverable. It supports better decision making without the stress of note-taking.
And unlike most AI tools, Beside’s summaries are designed to read like a human wrote them—not like a broken transcription.
Automate Calls, Notes, and Tasks—Without Compromising Quality
The Beside Assistant listens in on your calls (with permission), takes smart notes, and reminds you what to do next. This is the kind of AI solution consultants have been waiting for.
No more:
- Double-booking calls
- Forgetting client deliverables
- Manually setting reminders
- Re-listening to voicemails
Beside helps you stay organized without adding more to your plate.
Communicate Like a Pro—Even When You Can’t Answer
For busy consultants, missed calls = missed revenue. Beside’s Voicemail Receptionist answers for you when you’re tied up, takes a message, transcribes it, and sends it directly to your inbox.
It keeps your business looking polished and professional—even when you're slammed.
AI for Consultants Who Need to Stay Mobile and Sharp
Not Just AI—AI That Understands Consulting Workflows
Most AI platforms are built for tech teams, marketing departments, or corporate analytics. They work for enterprises like McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group, or Accenture —but they don’t serve the real-world needs of an independent consultant trying to get through a busy Tuesday.
Beside was built from the ground up for mobile-first, client-driven work. It supports fast communication, clear follow-through, and a calmer mind—all through simple, powerful AI tools that work right on your phone.
Real Consultants, Real Wins
- A strategy consultant uses Beside’s summaries to prepare for 10 back-to-back calls without burnout
- A brand consultant uses Voice Memos between meetings to keep track of ideas without opening her laptop
- A leadership coach relies on the Beside Assistant to automatically generate follow-ups and to-dos from every call
- A solo consulting firm owner finally separates personal and business communication with Business Phone
This is what it looks like to use AI that actually fits into your life—not one more system to manage.
Why Beside Is the Best AI-Powered Tool for Consultants
- Built for mobile-first consultants, not desktop-bound teams
- Combines phone, AI, notes, voicemail, and follow-ups in one
- Supports project clarity, follow-through, and communication
- Helps you automate admin without hiring
- Saves hours per week, effortlessly
- Gives you the intelligence to make smarter decisions under pressure
Beside doesn’t just use AI for the sake of it. It uses AI solutions that actually support consultants—where and when they need help most.
Give Yourself the Assistant You Deserve
If you’ve been juggling too many calls, forgetting client details, or spending late nights writing notes—you don’t need more discipline. You need support.
Beside is the AI-powered assistant for consultants who need to protect their time, stay organized, and deliver excellent work without losing their minds.
Whether you're a solo practitioner, part of a boutique consulting firm, or somewhere in between—Beside helps you show up smarter, sharper, and less stressed.
Try Beside Free for 7 Days and see how much smoother your work can feel.
FAQ
What makes Beside different from other AI tools for consultants?
Most AI tools are built for typing, not talking. Beside is built around your phone—calls, texts, notes, and more. It's the only AI-powered assistant that works right where your business lives: your mobile.
Does Beside help automate my consulting workflows?
Yes! Beside automatically captures call summaries, client decisions, and to-dos using AI-solutions built for real-time consulting workflows.
Is Beside only available for iPhone?
Yes—Beside is currently iOS only. It’s designed to integrate seamlessly with your iPhone and maximize your mobile consulting experience.
How much does Beside cost?
Just $29.99/month or $199/year. Every plan comes with a 7-day free trial so you can experience how it supports your work.
Can Beside help me manage multiple client projects?
Absolutely. With call summaries, follow-ups, and searchable transcripts, Beside helps you manage many projects without dropping a ball.
How does Beside help me use AI intelligently?
Beside uses artificial intelligence to assist—not replace—your thinking. It captures what matters and reminds you what’s next, so you can focus on high-level consulting work.
Can Beside replace using ChatGPT or other generative AI tools?
Beside isn’t meant to replace ChatGPT or other generative AI tools—it complements them. While platforms like ChatGPT are helpful for drafting and research, Beside focuses on real-world consulting workflows like capturing call summaries, managing client communication, and automating follow-ups using voice, not just text. It's tailored for consultants who live on their phones and need support in real-time.
How does Beside handle automation differently from other AI platforms?
Most AI platforms rely on manual input or text-based commands. Beside listens to your consulting calls and uses natural processing processing to automatically generate summaries, identify tasks, and keep your follow-ups moving. It's true automation that feels effortless—no complex setup, no learning curve.
Is Beside useful for consultants in specific industries like finance or healthcare?
Yes. Beside is ideal for consultants across industries—whether you're in finance, healthcare, tech, marketing, or operations. The app adapts to your speaking style and captures the core of each conversation using AI solutions built on real-world usage, not just generic templates. It brings clarity to client calls and helps maintain productivity across even the most regulated fields.
Can Beside help with decision making and strategy planning?
While Beside doesn’t replace your expertise, it supports smarter decision making by keeping track of everything discussed on your calls. With accurate summarization and fast access to past conversations, you can draw on real client data and insights —without digging through email threads or forgetting what was said. It’s like having a searchable memory for your entire consultancy.
How does Beside compare to AI consulting tools from companies like IBM or McKinsey?
Enterprise-level AI consulting tools from firms likeIBM, McKinsey, or Boston Consulting Group are powerful—but they’re built for teams, not solo consultants or boutique consulting firms. Beside brings that same level of artificial intelligence to the phone in your pocket. It’s fast, personal, and doesn’t require an IT team to set up. For most consultants , it’s the simpler, smarter choice.